Calculate the Incremental EPS for the Following Instrument: Convertible Bonds

question 51

Multiple Choice

Calculate the incremental EPS for the following instrument: Convertible bonds outstanding, effective yield of 7% and coupon rate of 7%
$2,000,000
Issue date
January 1, 2021
Maturity date
December 31, 2024
Conversion rate for each $1,000 bond
20 ordinary shares
Income tax rate
25%

• A)$0.75
• B)$0.88
• C)$2.25
• D)$2.63

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